CODE THREE A Palm Beach County P.B.A. Official Publication

VOLUME 25 NUMBER 2 PUBLISHED QUARTERLY FOR MEMBERS June 2009 Kaitlin A. Kazanjian Palm Beach Scholarship County PBA Golf Tournament Barbeque Saturday, February 28, 2009 Saturday, April 18, 2009 See photos on pages 10 and 11 See photos on pages 18 and 19 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS President’s Message Officers of the Month - November 2008 Palm Springs Sgt. Jim Gregory and Officers Darrell Diez, John Kazanjian Gary Zito and John Gee Nominated by: Palm Springs Officer Sean Grant On August 14, 2008, Lake Clarke Shores Police would like to take this opportunity to thank all the volunteers Department requested assistance with a traffic crash. One for assisting in another successful golf tournament in honor of vehicle involved in the crash rested on a fuel pump at a gas I station and became engulfed in flames. These men rescued my daughter, Kaitlin. This year’s event raised over $42,000 for the PBA Charity Fund to provide scholarships for our members’ chil- individuals ejected from one vehicle, risking their own lives. dren (see photos on pages 10 & 11). We have scheduled this They also administered First Aid, thereby saving two peoples’ year’s scholarship interviews for Saturday, May 30th. We are look- lives. ing forward to seeing the young men and women from our PBA family at that time. For those members who missed the PBA Barbeque, ask any- one who was in attendance—we had a great time (see photos on pages 18 & 19)! But, not to worry, the PBA will be having more barbeques this year. We are planning to travel to different parts of the county in order to give every member an opportunity to attend without having to travel a long distance. We will post the next scheduled PBA Barbeque at the Hall and also on our website. Do not forget about this year’s Police Officers’ Ball, which will be held at the Ritz-Carlton in Manalapan on June 13th. For those interested in attending, please call the PBA Office for details. The Officers of the Month - November 2008 Ritz-Carlton has also included a special room rate for those PBA Palm Springs Officers Darrell Diez, John Gee and Gary Zito. members who decide to spend the night at the Hotel. As many members are aware, the PBA is presently in the process of negotiating contracts with many agencies. It has been Officer of the Month - December 2008 a struggle at times with some agencies, especially, the School PBSO Detective Ada Tyz District, which for some reason, would rather go to impasse than Nominated by: PBSO Sgt. David Conklin negotiate a decent contract for their employees. We, at the PBA, On December 12, 2008 Detective Ada Tyz arrived at the know the economy has certainly affected our area’s budgets. scene of a potential homicide and preserved the scene expert- However, it is very hard to sit back when an agency tells us there ly. She was able to identify the decedent and located his girl- is no money for salaries, but in turn, hires top administrators at friend, eventually disclosing the decedent’s involvement in a exorbitant wages and benefits. The PBA has also experienced 7-kilo drug deal with undercover agents on January 8. agencies which have received our recent proposals, which would Detective Tyz made contact with a drug dealer involved who have no financial impact on their budgets, and these proposed agreed to accompany her to PBSO where he confessed to her articles have been completely ignored. Once again, the PBA will in taking part in the murder. He was arrested along with sev- remember this at election time. eral others involved because of the good work of Det. Tyz. She later presented her case to a Grand Jury and a true bill was issued indicting four (4) individuals for First Degree Murder, all due to Det. Tyz’s excellent police work.

Officers of the Month - HAVE YOU MADE YOUR NOMINATION? December 2008 Submit the names of your nominees before PBSO Detective Ada Tyz the end of every month. Send your submissions to [email protected]

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Officer of The Month Continued Officer of the Month - January 2009 Palm Beach Gardens Sgt. Glenn Wright and Officer Tom Gitto Nominated by: Palm Beach Gardens Sgt. Bob Odell On January 12, 2009, Palm Beach Gardens officers responded to an armed Domestic dispute. Officers followed a suspect, who fled, ultimately entering the Florida Turnpike, southbound, around mid-day. PBSO Deputies and FHP joined in pursuit. The suspect’s vehicle hit stop sticks that brought his vehicle to a stop. Sgt. Glenn Wright and Officer Thomas Gitto attempted to conduct a felony traffic stop of the suspect. The suspect then shifted his vehicle into reverse, intending to hit Officer Gitto, and slamming into his patrol car. The suspect then opened his door and fired his semi-automatic handgun at the officers. Sgt. Wright and Officer Gitto returned fire, ending the threat, and potentially saving multiple innocent citizens’ lives.

Officers of the Month - January 2009 Palm Beach Gardens Sgt. Glenn Wright and Officer Tom Gitto

Officer of the Month - February 2009 West Palm Beach Agent Craig Davis Nominated by: West Palm Beach Sgt. Lou Penque On January 25, 2009, Agent Craig Davis observed a known gang member con- duct a hand-to-hand narcotics transaction. The suspect fled upon sight of police offi- cers. Agent Davis pursued the suspect, who pointed a semi-automatic handgun direct- ly at Agent Davis. In fear for his life, Agent Davis then fired at the suspect who expired days later in the hospital from gunshot wounds. Agent Davis performed extraordinar- ily in this extremely dangerous, high-stress situation.

Officer of the Month - February 2009 West Palm Beach Agent Craig Davis

CODE THREE / June 09 Page 3 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS PALM BEACH COUNTY PBA EXECUTIVE BOARD BOARD OF DIRECTORS

John Kazanjian, President BOYNTON BEACH NORTH PALM BEACH PBSO Site Reps Cont. Toby Athol Damian Izquierdo Steven Sherman Frank Ranzie Darren Stinnet Ernest W. George, Kelly Harris PALM BEACH COUNTY John Sylvester Executive Director Craig Anthony SCHOOL POLICE Kelly Whittles Henry Diehl, Alt Bill Lammie Rick McAfee, Vice-President Doc Davis, Alt. John Hawes PALM BEACH COUNTY Harry Rawlings SHERIFF’S OFFICE DELRAY BEACH CORRECTIONS Lou Penque, Treasurer Adam Rosenthal PALM BEACH COUNTY Jerry Sneed Rod Stevenson SHERIFF’S OFFICE Tammy Bussey Vinnie Gray, Secretary Paul Weber Paul Vrchota Pete Tartaglione Scott McGuire Dan Burrows Willie Powell Jeff Jackson Sal Arena, Alt. Mike Antonopoulos Will Pinto, Alt. Bob Odell, Sgt.-at-arms Joseph Hart, Alt Charles Nicastro Ray Griffith DJ Dowling, Appt. Patrice Quinn, Appt. FAU Terry Maguire, Alt. Kevin Igo, Alt. Gary Lippman, General Counsel Darren Courtney PBSO Corrections Site Gary Grande, Appt. John McGuire, Appt. John Navarro, Appt. Reps Larry Fagan, Legal Counsel Rich Diberardino, Appt. Willie Blackmon GREENACRES Calvin Robbins Josh Silvey Michael Devoter Joseph Rendueles PBSO Site Reps Mark Alexander Dylan Vaughan, Alt. PALM BEACH GARDENS Rick Barnett Bob Odell Patrick Bolton JUNO BEACH Richard Geist Julio Rios, Appt. Ralph Brillinger Greg Allen Stanley Cale Cecil Wagner, Alt. JUPITER Ron Cohen Jim Shackelford, Alt. Chris Smith Randy Collier Jason Levinstein Darren Curci PALM BEACH SHORES Jeffrey Bernstein Tim Daly Tom Clark Mike Lilienfeld, Alt. Bill Evans Michael Simmons, Alt. Quinn Harris, Alt. Greg Fernandez Rich Frankiewicz PALM SPRINGS LANTANA Bill Gale Rusty Lee Troy Schaaf Billy Gray Sean Grant, Appt. Chris Decker, Alt. Stan Jackson Dean Johnson STUART MARTIN COUNTY SO Jason Johnson Palm Beach County PBA Bruce Pinkman Mike Kletzky TEQUESTA Doug Moore Tom Lunney Pat Lynch Charlie Weinblatt Mike Ferguson James Pike, Alt. Michael Dougherty David McCormick Thomas Neild Mike Mendelsberg Jesse Miller WEST PALM BEACH Brian Bergen, Alt. Louis Penque Ryan Mugridge Richard Parks, Alt. Troy Marchese Barb Olson Ed Thomas Michael Ott MARTIN COUNTY SO - Brian Gaudette Emory Payne Check out our CORRECTIONS Matt Bessette Jackie Gore Margaret Picerno Chris Roaf, Alt. website Warren Rogers, Appt. John Rivers Tony Lutz, Alt. www.pbcpba.org Tommy Randazzo, Appt. Rick Ruffolo Mike Leas, Appt. Christina Bardzinski, Appt. Jay Shears Kevin Coppin, Appt.

Page 4 CODE THREE / June 09 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Board of Directors Meeting Attendance - 3/23/2009 JANUARY MARCH (continued) LEONARD SCHNALL - FAU RONNIE DEJESUS - PBSO BRANDON RADANOVICH - Corr. PBG EVAN ESTEVES - PBSO Corr. RONALD BROWN - Delray TODD HART - PBSO Corr. Beach JUSTIN HOUSE - PBSO Corr. DAVID MATTHEWS - PBSO ALAN HUME - PBSO Corr. CHRISTOPHER SHACKELFORD SHAUN JAMES - PBSO Corr. - Palm Springs DAWN KRAMER - PBSO Corr. MELISSA DANSON - PBSO RYAN MAHARAJ - PBSO Corr. KENNETH WHITE - PBSO CHRISTOPHER MARTIN - KRISTINA CAPPELLO - Jupiter PBSO Corr. LEE HAGENBUCH - FAU AUDREY MIRANDA - PBSO GREGG JOHNSON - PBSO Corr. JAMES ALBANO - Jupiter ISTVAN NAP - PBSO Corr. STEPHEN CHIAPPA - PBSO LOUIS SCHILLING - PBSO DAVID CLAUDIO - PBSO Corr. Corr. ROBERT CORVEN - PBSO Corr. MATTHEW SIMPSON - PBSO LEGERARD IMBERT - PBSO Corr. Corr. LOLITA COOK - PBSO Corr. THOMAS KELLY - PBSO ANGELO MINELLA JR. - MCSO TERESA KNIGHT - PBSO Corr. MICHAEL MARTIN - PBG DAVID ORSINI - PBSO Corr. WITHFIELD MERRICK - PBG ERIC PETERS - PBSO Corr. WILLIAM STIGGLE - Palm TIMOTHY RIEGER - PBSO Beach ARETHA YOUNG - PBSO ZACHARY ALDRIDGE - NPB LYDIA TAYLOR - PBSO Corr. FEBRUARY KYLE ELLIOTT - WPB BRIAN QUALTERS - School KARTICE HAGANS-JOHNSON - Police WPB ARIEL RAMIREZ JR. - MARCIA THORPE - PBSO Corr. Tequesta MARIUS DRAGAN - PBSO JANET PETRONE - PBSO DENISE WELCH - PBSO GEORGE BALDINO JR. - Boynton Beach VINICIUS MELO - Boynton Beach CHRISTOPHER CONNELL - Misc. Sworn ANDREW BORROWS - Riviera Beach ESTELLE DUNEIER ALICIA MYLES - PBSO GARY GLASS JOSEPH COUNIHAN - Jupiter DAVID GOLDFARB KIM GOLDFARB MARCH LEN HABERMAN DIEN CHIANG - Delray Beach ROBERT KAHN TIMOTHY KEITH - PBSO ALAN KAUFMAN STEVEN BARGE JR. - PBSO HENRY KURLANSIK Corr. FRANZ MENARDY KURT CASTALDO - PBSO Corr. DAN MILLER RONY CORIOLAN - PBSO Corr. JEROME MORGAN LERNARD CROCKETT - PBSO Corr. MARVIN WISCHE

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Using The Office Computer Submitted by Larry Fagan, Esquire

you now created a “public” document containing personal “pri- n this age of technological availability and ease, great will- vate” content? Ipower/restraint is required to resist the urge not to log-on to Simply put, personal information retrieved and/or submit- your Department computer for any number of projects, work- ted at work on your Agency’s computer may be/become your related or otherwise. Agency’s property, and may be something that, at a minimum, In the era of Facebook, Twitter, may necessitate an explanation under “hot Myspace, and Google, we know that con- “...personal informa- lamps” at some unknown point in the tacting your “friends” and finding answers future. You, therefore, use your work com- to your questions are all just clicks away. tion retrieved and/or puter in this regard at your own risk, However, these clicks should be resis- submitted at work despite long hours of dead time and long ted in the absence of a valid work-related shifts. function for them, despite your on-going on your Agency’s In addition, you should refrain from private lives outside of your policing computer may putting anything in e-mail, instant mes- careers. Using the office computer for per- sage, text message, etc. that you yourself sonal reasons could potentially open one be/become your would not be comfortable explaining with up to Internal Affairs complaint(s) or other Agency’s property...” ease publicly, let’s say, even in a court of charges. Before blogging, you should ask law. Probably a good rule of thumb to fol- yourself: Are your e-mails permanently encoded in your com- low daily. This includes, but is not limited to, personal pictures puter? Can they be readily/easily retrieved? Have you ever acci- and, separately, insignia or emblem of your individual agency dentally or innocently sent someone an e-mail in error? Have coupled with any “questionable” text or implication.

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Page 6 CODE THREE / June 09 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Greenacres News Jupiter News Contract negotiations between the City of Greenacres and A Couple of New Positions the Palm Beach Police Benevolent Association will begin with- and a Well Deserved Promotion in the coming months. On February 3, 2009 the PBA sent all The Jupiter Police Department has recently revamped its members a Collective Bargaining Survey. If you did not receive Field Training Officer program in ways that are hoped to the survey, please make sure that the PBA has your current improve the quality of the program, while giving proper address and phone number. These surveys are very important recognition to the officers willing to take on this important so the PBA can properly represent the needs and requests of role. The most noticeable change is the implementation of the the members. If you still have the survey, please fill it out and Police Officer First Class position. Officers who meet the mail it back to the PBA. requirements set forth for Field Training Officers must be rec- Keep checking the PBA bulletin board in the kitchen at ommended by their immediate supervisors and participate in Station 1, and the hallway of Station 2, for the dates of upcom- an oral interview process in order to be appointed to the posi- ing member meetings. I encourage all members to attend tion of Police Officer First Class. The requirements have been these meetings and to stay involved. This is important to pre- defined by a work group that includes previous and current vent members from receiving wrong information about the Field Training Officers. Contract negotiations and/or the negotiation process. The new requirements and formalized selection process Attending the meetings will also afford members a voice dur- are designed to provide consistency in the quality of officers ing the negotiations process. tasked with the training and development of new hires. In I would like to thank the PBA members who assisted us addition to the conventional responsibilities of an FTO, the on March 10, 2009, Greenacres Election Day. Police Officer First Class is recognized as a Department train- Submitted by: William D. Vaughan, Greenacres PBA Rep er, and will be responsible for providing roll call and shift level training to all personnel. They are also properly recognized as leaders for their respective shifts, and now wear a single Palm Beach Shores News chevron on their sleeve. The Town has also acknowledged that the Police Officer First Class is an asset to the Agency even The year has started with a change of watch. Captain when not actively engaged in training a new hire and, there- Kniffin is covering the Department as Chief. Chief Roger Wille fore, will now receive a 5% incentive pay regardless of having left the Department on March 17, 2009. Chief Wille has kept an assigned trainee. The new program has taken monumental the Department running, and has been a driving force from steps towards properly recognizing those officers who play the his start date in September of 1975 until this year. Health rea- most significant role in shaping the future of the Agency. sons caused him to leave the Department. His efforts to keep The position of Master Patrol Officer has also been insti- the Department in order, and his knowledge of law enforce- tuted by the Agency. The purpose of this position is to recog- ment issues, as well as of the Town he has served, will be nize tenured officers with commendable work experience who missed. are willing to take on the role of coach and mentor for The Department had agreed to a short contract last year younger officers. Master Patrol Officers are selected based to help the Town with their budget cuts. We have been told upon supervisor recommendations and a stringent selection that along with losing the Chief, the Mayor has also indicated process, also defined by a workgroup. These officers are cur- that he will not finish out his term and will also be leaving rently assigned to the night shifts, which traditionally become office in March. the “on the job training ground” for newer officers. These offi- Our effort is to start immediately with the newly appoint- cers assist the line level supervisors by being available for ed Mayor in hopes of building our case for the new three year younger officers when questions arise, or on more complicat- contract. It is hoped that the new commissioners and mayor ed calls for service. They also complete the supervisor’s train- will remember our efforts to help last year, and that they will ing program enabling them to assist the Sergeants with many continue to work favorably for the upcoming Contact issues. of the administrative duties of a shift. The Master Patrol Remember: Live simple, Love generously, Care deeply, Officers are recognized with a single chevron and rocker Speak kindly - Leave the rest to God. insignia on their sleeve, and receive an 8% incentive pay. Be Safe Out There... The Police Officer First Class and Master Patrol Officer Submitted by: Officer T. Clark, Sr., PBA Representative programs are applauded efforts to recognize and compensate officers for taking on these very important roles. Speaking of officers taking on very important roles, con- gratulations are in order for Mike Lilienfeld on his recent pro- Keep informed via e-mail! motion to Sergeant. Mike has already proven himself an asset to the Department as a Field Training Officer and as one of our Sign up for E-PBA at PBA Reps, so we look forward to his success as a supervisor. Good job Mike! www.flpba.org Submitted by Officer Christopher Smith, Jupiter PBA Rep

CODE THREE / June 09 Page 7 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Communicating With The Public Respectfully Submitted By Lt. Michael Antonopoulos / WACOM / PBA Rep

them want to attack us, aren’t we the cause of that situation? Or, if irty Harry Callahan and The Road Warrior are alive and we make a person who is NOT a criminal, so angry that they call Dwell and working in Palm Beach County! Their new jobs in a complaint against us, aren’t we the reason for the complaint? are as deputy sheriffs. I know this because I sometimes work with I’m not sure when this country stopped teaching its children them on a daily basis. Luckily, there are only a few of them, but about respecting other people, but I believe it has had a major neg- those few ruin the image of the rest of the dedicated and profes- ative impact on this Agency. Some of the individuals we are hiring sional deputies who work for this organization. just don’t know how to communicate with people; and unfortu- We have all encountered them on calls for service. They are nately, when they try, they end up saying the wrong things. your back up on scenes where you have just calmed everything For those of you who are new to this Department or to law down, the suspect understands why he/she is being arrested and enforcement, you will eventually find out that it’s easier to talk a then BAM, your back up calls him/her an “asshole” and the fight person into handcuffs, then to fight them into handcuffs. You will is on. also learn that you can alleviate those complaints by the public by Or, you are trying to explain to an individual who has called being a little more considerate in how you deal with them and talk the Sheriff’s Office about a civil matter, that we normally don’t get with them. involved by taking sides in these matters, when your “partner” Maybe P.B.S.O. should put together a presentation for new says, “Why are you wasting our time with this crap? We have bet- hires during orientation that would deal exclusively with how to ter things to do.” Now, while this may be very true in most talk to people; What TO SAY and what NOT TO SAY. It should instances, the only thing that this kind of communication has probably include FACIAL EXPRESSIONS 101: WHEN NOT TO accomplished is a complaint against you and the person saying ROLL YOUR EYES and WHEN NOT TO SMIRK AND GIGGLE. this. I have always believed that we need to follow the rule that What I’m trying to convey to all of our new and inexperi- most of us learned in kindergarten: Treat people the way that you enced deputies, is that the way we talk to people has a direct want to be treated. I guarantee that if you do, a lot of those Citizen impact on how we are perceived, and the actions that accompany Complaints and Incident Reviews will go away. what we say. Ultimately, if our words so infuriate a person to make

MADD 100 Award Submitted By PBSO Sgt. William Gray

This is the third year in a row that Deputy Noel has received n March 16, 2009, Deputy John Cardascia and Deputy the award and Deputy Cardascia was also given an award for his OKenneth Noel were the only two police officers in Palm enforcement involving Zero Tolerance. Their dedication to make Beach County to receive the MADD 100 award. This award is the roads safer for the citizens of Palm Beach County should not given to any officer who makes over 100 DUI arrests in one year. go unnoticed!

Don Murray, the State of Florida Executive Director for MADD (left), and Florida Lt. Governor Jeff Kottkamp (right), present the awards to Palm Beach County S.O. Deputies Kenneth Noel (left center) and John Cardascia (right center).

Page 8 CODE THREE / June 09 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Decisions, Decisions Submitted By Lt. Michael Rispoli, Palm Beach Gardens PD

equipment, projects, promotions, transfers, and even complaints. ave you ever thought about how many decisions you Sometimes the process drags on for months. Unfortunately in Hmake in one day? From what to eat or what to wear, to far some organizations, this is the rule rather than the exception. more important decisions. As we get older and gain life experi- Perhaps when you reach the apex of elevated decision-making ence, it makes sense that we improve in our decision-making, and there is no such thing as a “No Brainer.” some would even say we master the concept. But let’s face it, some Delaying the process has a greater impact than some think. people in this profession are lousy at decision-making. Some even Consider these two factors: first would be the effect delayed deci- advance into positions where their decisions could be far reaching. sion-making has on the employees. Is there any time spent think- As law enforcement professionals, we make a multitude of ing about the people in “limbo”? Second, what if, despite given all decisions related to work each and every day. I will go so far as to the facts, the wrong decision is made in the face of good judg- say, we make more decisions than the average person. Decision- ment? This decision is based on conjecture, or unreliable sources, making in law enforcement is different because we may only have politics, or favoritism. The result, another lousy decision. For fractions of a second to process information and decide the proper some, this is the only thing that gets done consistently. Shouldn’t action. We often do this faced with adverse conditions, for exam- we expect more from people who make twice the decisions that ple, under stress, in the heat, rain, and dealing with difficult/irate we make and have the power to impact people’s lives? people. All these factors will obviously impact the quality of our With our rapidly changing society, making proper and timely decision and ultimately the outcome. Unfortunately, the toughest decisions is critical. This requires resolute thinking and decisive- decisions we make are often the most scrutinized by others. ness. These concepts must be based on an ethical foundation to be Conversely, there are decisions that are made in a much dif- successful. The challenges that policing our communities will ferent environment. Imagine how it would be to sit in a comfort- present are innumerable and should not be underestimated. able chair, with soft music playing, in a climate controlled room It is imperative that the people making the “BIG” decisions (perhaps with a view) and make a decision while you sip on a keep their agencies strong and in the fight against crime and vio- soda. WOW! lence. Managers in law enforcement who cannot forecast, adapt, When given the latter scenario, have you ever wondered why and make timely decisions based on fact, will do nothing but hin- it takes so long to get a decision from within your department, and der the organization, and its employees; they become nothing then asked, “Who came up with that?” This happens concerning more than a Buridan’s ass (Google it).

Support Families Of The Fallen Submitted By West Palm Beach Sgt. Frank DiStefano

wanted to thank those of you who took the time out of your a great deal to his family, as it was the last memory they had before day to attend the funeral for Officer Mark Roode. This show of he was laid to rest. They will reflect on that day for as long as they Isupport meant a lot to his surviving family and friends. live. Officers attend other officers’ funerals for various reasons. As a member of the Honor Guard for the past 10 years, I’ve Most commonly it is because they are part of our police family. A had the unfortunate opportunity to attend many funerals to see, bond of brotherhood is creat- hear, and talk, with the sur- ed like no other because only viving family members. I another officer can under- cannot impress upon you stand the job we do. It meant enough, how much support a lot to me that a few other you give just by your pres- agencies sent their represen- ence alone at a funeral. tatives, as it is not police stan- So, for those who did dard for a funeral of an officer not attend I leave you with who has not died in the line this... of duty. It is not even the Would it mean a lot to standard to have a “full hon- your family if 10 officers ors” type of funeral, as we did showed up, or 10,000? for Mark, unless the person I encourage all of you to has died in the line of duty. attend any officer’s funeral for But I can assure you, it meant the family, if for nothing else.

CODE THREE / June 09 Page 9 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Kaitlin A. Kazanjian Scholarship Golf Tournament

he 6th Annual Kaitlin A. Kazanjian Scholarship Golf Tournament was held on Saturday, February 28th at the Palm Beach Gardens TGolf Club. It was a great success, with everyone in attendance having a wonderful time! As usual, the PBA Barbeque Grill Team (Mark Bohne, Ray Griffith, Mark Bannon, Mike Veccia, Paul Miles, Jack Frost, Chris Kneisley, Bill and Gail Stewart) did an outstanding job with the food. This year’s event raised more than $42,000 for scholarships to be awarded from the PBA Charity Fund. Golf Committee Chairman and Palm Beach County PBA President John Kazanjian would like to extend his personal thanks to all the Golf Committee Board members and volunteers for donating their time and effort for a special cause that means so much to him and his family. Much thanks goes out to the following people for their time and effort in this year’s fundraising event:

Committee Members Volunteers Bobby Brown Sonny Kazanjian Karen Burrows Marla Maroe Dan Burrows Kevin Igo Terry Maguire Tony Iannitti Mark Bohne Rick McAfeeFormer Miami Gail Seldomridge Amy McCartt Lou Penque Allan OrtmanDolphin Dick Suzanne Ferrari Lynn McGuire Al Kazanjian Ernie GeorgeAnderson teeing Dianna George Andrea George Billy Gray Ray Griffithoff on Florida Denise Lilienfeld Helene McAfee Bob CresswellPBA President Charlie Nicastro Beth Krivda John Rivera. Kara Bannon

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CODE THREE / June 09 Page 11 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS EMERGENCY NUMBER! Members, please be advised the emergency number is for CRITICAL INCIDENTS ONLY. Please contact our attorney(s) after hours only for critical incidents; that is, an offi- cer-involved shooting, an in-custody death, or an on-duty vehicle accident with injuries. If you have questions about an IA or any other work-related incident, please contact the Legal Assistant, Amy, at the PBA Office (689-3745) during business hours 8:30 AM– 4:30 PM Monday through Friday. N O T I C E : L E G A L A D V I S O R Y POLICE SHOOTINGS, IN-CUSTODY DEATHS Check out our PBA-friendly OR SERIOUS TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS

advertisers in the Business WHAT TO DO? Directory on pages 27-31! STAY CALM Have you been ordered to write a statement about an incident that may be investigated? PBSO SCHOLARSHIPS DON’T FORGET YOUR RIGHTS! PAYROLL DEDUCTIONS CALL PBA AT (561) 689-3745 PBSO has set up a payroll deduction for the PBA Charity Fund, Inc. If you are interested in giving towards this worthy Do not talk to anyone until you have consulted cause, please contact the PBSO Payroll Department and with a PBA ATTORNEY request a payroll form. PROTECT YOUR RIGHTS If you have any questions regarding the payroll deduction, The following statement should be written as the first sen- call Kaz at 689-3745. tences on any statement, report, or memorandum an officer is ordered to write when the officer knows or has a reason- able belief that discipline may result: It is my understanding that this report is made for adminis- trative, internal police department purposes only. This report is made by me after being ordered to do so by lawful supervisory officers. I have not been permitted a reasonable amount of time to confer with a PBA representative or attor- ney. It is my understanding that by refusing to obey an order to write this immediately, that I can be disciplined for insubordination and that the punishment for insubordina- tion can be up to, and including, termination of employ- ment. This report is made only pursuant to such orders and the potential punishment/discipline that can result for failure to obey that order.

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10 – 24 “Financially Speaking” By Arthur Abrahamsen, Registered Representative, [email protected]

tor. Real estate may near the bottom in some areas and investors ell, we survived the first quarter of 2009 and boldly are beginning to come to after a frightful beating. Wpush forward into the late spring and early summer. The The website connection between the PBA and The Center for snowbirds have flown north and the tiki bars are back to 25¢ Wealth Planning should be up and running by May 1st. I look for- shots. ward to fielding all financial questions from the members and Financially, I hope all are secure. The stock market is showing choosing two of them quarterly to address (in anonymity) in print some kind of life and the bond markets are licking their wounds through this column. and looking forward to new life from the government security sec- Have a prosperous 2nd quarter and we will talk again.

CODE THREE / June 09 Page 13 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Palm Beach County PBA Board of Directors Meeting March 23, 2009

President John Kazanjian presenting Recognition Plaques to Bob Walton (School District) and Rob Coliskey (North Palm Beach) for their many years of service as PBA Representatives.

REMINDER The legal defense policies of the Florida and Palm Beach County PBA have an important provision regarding representation. If a member elects to secure representation by anyone other than the PBA (a private attorney, for example) that member is considered to have waived representation by the PBA. Once this happens, it is the PBA’s option whether or not to continue to represent the member in that matter. Please call the PBA office if you have any questions regarding this policy.

PBA HEART FUND DEATH AND DISABILITY PLAN n an effort to help the families of law enforcement officers who are killed or disabled in the line of duty, Florida Police Benevolent Association (PBA) has established a charita- Ible arm which is called the PBA Heart Fund. Because the PBA Heart Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization, contributions are tax deductible. Monies donated to the Heart Fund are used to provide death benefits to the families of officers killed in the line of duty and disability benefits to officers who are permanently disabled because of an in-line-of-duty disability. Aside from individuals who may want to donate with the tax deduction in mind*, polit- ical campaigns may dispose of surplus funds (after the campaign is over) by donating some or all of the surplus to the PBA Heart Fund [s. 106.141 (4) (a) 2., Florida Statutes]. And, of course, other entities (e.g. not-for-profit corporations) may also donate to this cause. The address is: Florida PBA Heart Fund, 300 East Brevard Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301 More information about the Heart Fund may be obtained by calling Florida PBA at 1-800-733-3722. *Receipt for donations will be provided upon request.

Page 14 CODE THREE / June 09 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Heath Evans Foundation

he Palm Beach County PBA was proud to support the Heath TEvans NFL Star vs. PBSO SWAT Team Softball Showdown held on February 20, 2009 at the Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter. The donations raised through events like the Softball Showdown (which was a huge success) allows the Heath Evans Foundation to continue their mission to meet the increased need of providing counseling for childhood victims of sexual abuse.

Above: Heath Evans with John Kazanjian; Top Right: Heath with PBA Staff; and Right: Heath with Grant Henderson, Mitch Woodruff, John Kazanjian and Glenn Martin, Foundation President.

CODE THREE / June 09 Page 15 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS WITHOUT HONOR By Florida PBA President John Rivera

very time I hear Port Orange Chief Gerald Monahan, also from overzealous, unscrupulous investigators and administrators President of the Florida Police Chief’s Association, lecture who care very little about the truth and are only interested in fur- Ethe audiences about integrity and truthfulness on the thering their own careers or some other agenda… like, I don’t Criminal Justice Standards and Training Commission, I can’t help know, maybe revenge, maybe pay-back, maybe something as basic but laugh. as “I don’t like you.” Not that any administrator I know would ever When I hear sheriffs testify before legislative committees take a course of action that was not pure and self-serving! Yeah, about holding deputies to tougher ethical standards, I crack up. right! Touting the Bill of Rights as the “bad cop” law is nothing Although, understanding them through their southern twang and short of moronic. Anyone who buys into that hasn’t read the law, pack of nasty chew they store in the jaws, is a bit of an undertak- doesn’t understand the law, or is just plain stupid. ing, I do manage to decipher the gist of the crap that spews from The Bill has nothing to do with letting “guilty” officers go free, their mouths from time to time. I have to tell you, this year’s leg- it is about treating employees fairly. Again, we are talking about islative session was no exception. In fact, they reached heights of purely administrative allegations, not criminal actions. It is about unscrupulous behavior never before seen in the halls of our keeping up with technology and allowing officers a fair opportunity Capitol—and that, my friends, is saying a lot! The Sheriff’s Asso- to respond to the allegations. In fact, the Bill makes so much sense ciation and the Chief’s Association, including the Dade Chief’s that even the sheriffs and chiefs supported it. They supported it in Association, are all so full of sh*t, they can’t even see straight. I writing, they testified in support of it in committee, they even met have to mention that there are two, maybe three, that are ok and with us on numerous occasions to iron out the language. Then, at don’t agree with the game playing, but I have to speak in general- the last moment, the Chief’s Association and the Sheriff’s Association ities because if you don’t speak up, then you’re lumped in with the reneged on their word and their agreement and opposed the bill. masses, like it or not. Wow! Talk about honor, ethics and decency… I wonder what any of As I see it, these administrators have lied to the legislators, these administrators would have done if one of their subordinates they’ve lied to the public, they’ve lied to the media and then they would have done the same thing. In fact, Monahan recently stated have the unmitigated gall to claim that they are ethical law that he didn’t lie, he just changed his mind. It is exactly these types enforcement servants watching out for the community. Please! of administrators from whom the rank and file need protection. I Spare me! would be remiss, however, if I didn’t mention Sheriff John This year, the PBA fought hard to pass the changes to the Law Rutherford, who has since resigned his position as the Legislative Enforcement Officer’s Bill of Rights via SB 624 and HB 1107 (see Director for the Florida Sheriff’s Association in protest of the actions article on next page). Look, in a perfect world the Bill of Rights taken by his fellow sheriffs. At least he took an ethical stance and wouldn’t even be necessary. Unfortunately, some administrators recognized the value of giving one’s word. make it crucial. Law enforcement officers are continuously being The Bill is on its way to the Governor for his signature… once asked to do more with less and are held to levels of accountabili- it passes and becomes law, maybe in the spirit of goodwill, the PBA ty not seen in any other profession. This law doesn’t change that. will set up a remedial class to explain it to the chiefs and the And, it shouldn’t. What it does do, though, is protect our heroes sheriffs. I have a feeling they’ll need extra tutoring.

IRS Tax Info: If You Didn’t File or Request an Extension on Time If you owe taxes and didn’t file your tax return or request an extension by the April 15 deadline, you may face interest on any unpaid federal taxes you owe and a failure-to-file penalty. The IRS will deny a request for an extension that is filed after midnight on April 15. However, you should still file your tax return, even if it’s late. The failure-to-file penalty is 5 percent per month, or part of a month, of the balance due, up to a maximum of 25 percent. If the tax return is more than 60 days late, the minimum penalty is $135 or the balance due, whichever is less. Interest and penalties add to the total amount you owe. The sooner you file, even if you can’t pay all or some of the taxes due, the less you will owe. More information about penalty and interest charges is contained in Chapter 1, Filing Information, of IRS Publication 17, Your Federal Income Tax found at: www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p17.pdf

Page 16 CODE THREE / June 09 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS 2009 Legislative Session Update Law Enforcement and Correctional Officer’s Bill of Rights One of the biggest triumphs for the Florida PBA this session was the passage of SB 624, which updated the types of witness statements available to an officer who is the subject of an internal affairs investigation. It was quite a significant victory, because it was so heavily contested by the Florida Sheriffs’ Association. In fact, the sheriffs pulled one of the bigger stunts of the session by revoking their official endorsement of compromise legislation one day prior to a key floor vote in the Florida Senate. This astonishing reversal shows a complete lack of integrity by a group of so-called law enforcement professionals. Is there really any wonder as to why the PBA continues to push for reform in the internal affairs process? These untrustworthy sheriffs are the reason such laws must exist. The way this whole situation played itself out can be used as an excellent teaching tool for all of our bargaining units in sheriffs’ offices around the state. First Rule, you can not trust these guys. Second Rule, no good deed goes unpunished. Final Rule to remember, sheriffs, at their core, are just politicians with a badge and a gun. Keep those rules in mind when dealing with them and you will never be surprised or disappointed. Obviously, a little background on what happened in negotiations is in need of explanation. The PBA and Florida Sheriffs’ Association did not agree on the merits or need for this legislation. From our perspective, the updates to technology were vital to maintaining the equity in the internal affairs process. We also strongly believe the current remedy procedure of injunctive relief by a circuit judge is toothless in redressing a bill of rights violation. So we set out to change it. The Florida Sheriffs’ Association agreed that providing the technological updates were acceptable, but changing the remedy procedure was not necessary. The sticking point was finding a balance in the remedy procedure that provides meaning relief to an aggrieved officer, but did not take away an administrator’s authority and ability to discipline an officer for violating a policy. Following several serious negotiation sessions, an agreement meeting these criteria was reached. The language (provided later in this article) is a direct result of negotiations between the Florida PBA and Sheriff John Rutherford of Jacksonville who, at the time, was the Legislative Director for the Florida Sheriffs’ Association. After Sheriff Rutherford reached an agreement with us on the language, he polled the FSA’s Legislative Advisory Board and then signed off on behalf of the association to the bills. Things appeared to have worked themselves out, but along came the rules outlined above. First Rule: At the very next committee meeting, Sheriff Rutherford testified that the Florida Sheriffs’ Association had agreed to changes in the compromised legislation and that, collectively, the association now supported the bill. However, Senator Ronda Storms raised the question that “Her Sheriff” David Gee, who is also the sheriff of Hillsborough County, did not inform her of this change in position. It was our first clue that things were not what they appeared to be. Maybe hard feelings developed with many of the thinner skinned sheriffs that could never quite be erased with the compromise. Second Rule: At the next committee meeting, Sheriff Rutherford was absent, but FSA Lobbyist Frank Messersmith testified on the sheriffs’ behalf in support of the legislation. Sheriff David Gee had two of his command staff in the audience along with a captain from Orange County, each of whom testified in opposition to the bill throwing Sheriff Rutherford under the bus and lying about our motives for the legislation. We had just been double crossed. Sheriff Rutherford would later resign his position in the association to protest the backstabbing. Final Rule: The sheriffs, led by David Gee, officially reversed course on their association’s endorsement on the Sunday before the Monday Senate floor vote. They used the standard, “I’m an elected sheriff and if I say it’s no good than it must be no good.” It worked on 14 Senators. In the end, the Senate passed the bill overwhelmingly and the House passed it unanimously. It is now on its way to Governor Charlie Crist. We are sure the sheriffs will ask him for a veto and we plan to outline to him our support for this legislation. New Provisions of the Bill: SB 624 by Senator Mike Fasano and Representative Paige Kreegel will update the types of witness statements the subject officer can review to include new technology like audio recordings, video recordings, and GPS locator information related to the incident under investigation. The legislation also provides an improved process that a subject officer may use to address an intentional violation of his or her rights by an investigator. – The new procedure requires the subject officer to notify the investigator of alleged violation. – If the investigator fails to correct the violation, the subject officer can stop the investigation and request, in writing, that the agency head cure the violation. – If the agency head does not cure the violation, the officer can request the agency head to empanel a Compliance Review Panel to review the alleged violation by the investigator. – The three-member Compliance Review Panel shall then make a determination of whether or not the allegation was an intentional violation. – A sustained allegation by the panel requires that the agency head then investigate the investigator for an intentional violation of the law. Nothing changes the outcome of the original investigation of the subject officer. The new procedure only determines whether an intentional violation of the officer’s rights was committed and that it will be investigated.

CODE THREE / June 09 Page 17 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Palm Beach County PBA Barbeque Saturday, April 18, 2009

One of the highlights of the Barbeque was Palm Beach County PBA President John Kazanjian in the dunk tank.

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CODE THREE / June 09 Page 19 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Discipline vs. Punishment Submitted By Det. Charlie Weinblatt, Tequesta PBA Rep

between the two: “Discipline means you learn from your mistakes. ecently I read an article in a national publication that talked Punishment means you suffer for your mistakes.” I believe we all Rabout the difference between discipline and punishment need to sit down with our respective management teams and talk within the ranks of law enforcement. The article was insightful on about change. Talk about how we can remove from the discipli- its take of how most agencies deal with their disciplinary issues. nary process financial punishment when what is needed is educa- Let’s face it, ours is a profession steeped in tradition, both tion and, possibly, re-training and/or counseling. There should be good and bad. We are all resistant to change because sometimes a reasonable thought process between what the Agency wants to it’s... well... change! I can remember, as many of you can, doing all do (discipline) and what was done (misconduct or infraction). my reports, affidavits, etc. by hand with the old “pen and paper.” Taking away an individual’s right to support his or her family and (Sometimes I still long for those days!) I can also remember when be responsible for their obligations is in no way conducive to we were told, “We’re going to an electronic records system.” What? learning how to make changes in a positive way. What it is guar- Computers! Oh my God, you gotta be kiddin’ me! “Why can’t anteed to produce is resentment, and it reinforces the “us against these people leave things alone”? Now I have to learn all these new them” attitude. We are all adults, we all carry weapons, and we formats, reports, functions... and on and on... right? Those of us have decision-making capabilities that can result in life or death. who remember can relate, I’m sure. But now, aside from some Those responsibilities demand that we be treated as the profes- glitches with the current reporting system we use (OK, actually it’s sionals we are meant to be. Yes, some of us do not always act in a terrible!), I have to admit I prefer doing it the new way, problems professional manner. That does not mean that our ability to pay and all. I accepted the new process (albeit I did not have a choice our bills should be affected. There should never be a time when an in the matter), and moved on to learn a better way of doing things. individual facing discipline has to worry about how their bills are It’s not without issues and it’s not perfect. There is definitely room going to be paid. Whether or not that individual wants to partici- for improvement. All in all, I do believe it is better. pate in an “educational process” or suffer financial loss should be Just like the example above, management in law enforcement their choice, not that of the Agency. Policies have to be changed for the most part has been a “burn ’em to learn ’em” process, to and programs need to be implemented to help facilitate these quote the article written. That has been the tradition. “That’s the ideas if change is ever to come about. We, as representatives of the way it’s always been and that’s what we’re going to do.” That does most important body within the Agency, should have the ability to not mean education is omitted from the process. However, the help create these programs and share our ideas with management. overall concept remains: punishment over discipline. After read- Think about how you can help your Agency move forward. It is, ing the aforementioned article, I could see that there is a difference after all, in our best interest. Be safe.

What Is A Cop’s Wife? Submitted By D/S Charles Nicastro, Vice-President PBSO PBA

not. She will spend each day learning, listening to and loving a cop’s wife is a woman who is married to a man who is “mar- man who few people respect, and most others often hate. Aried” to his job, his fellow officers/deputies and his badge. A cop’s wife makes beds, breakfasts and love to a man who A cop’s wife can usually be found cooking breakfast at midnight, spends more time with junkies, hookers, informants, perverts and picking up his uniforms at the cleaners, and spending nights partners than he does with her. She attends dinners, meetings and, alone. sometimes, funerals. A cop’s wife must be a good listener, not questioning him. She A cop’s wife watches the man she loves grow old before his must be understanding when he goes out for a beer with his bud- time, watches him become cold and unfeeling, but she will still dies, and doesn’t feel like taking her to the movies, or when he has remain his friend, wife and lover. She will always be these things an exam to study for. to him, but she also knows that he will always be first, A Cop. A cop’s wife must live with shift work, lonely holidays, bad When a cop’s wife kisses him as he leaves for work, she will jokes, ulcers, bulletproof vests and fixed incomes—not to mention make a silent wish that he will return to her. And every time there roughing it out alone during a hurricane, while her husband is out is a knock at the door, she will pray that it is not the Sheriff and protecting others. She is familiar with night school, stakeouts, her husband’s partner coming to say kind things about her hus- overtime and being on her own. band, how brave he was, how dedicated he was. Most women are not born or raised to be a cop’s wife; it is Being a cop’s wife means lots of trust, love and worry, but something that they have chosen to do. Some can, and others can- when he says “I love you,” it makes it all worthwhile.

Page 20 CODE THREE / June 09 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS 817.311 UNLAWFUL USE OF BADGES, ETC. (1) (817.311 SS)From and after May 9, 1949, any person who shall wear or display a badge, button, insignia or other emblem, or shall use the name of or claim to be a member of any benevolent, frater- nal, social, humane, or charitable organization, which organization is entitled to the exclusive use of such name and such badge, button, insignia or emblem either in the identical form or in such near resem- blance thereto as to be a colorable imitation thereof, unless such per- son is entitled so to do under the laws, rules and regulations of such organization, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in S. 775.082 or S. 775.083. (2) This section shall be cumulative to any and all laws now in force in the state. Florida Statutes (1987). PLEASE NOTE 843.085 Unlawful Use of police badges or other indicia of authority: (l) Unless appointed by the Governor pursuant to chapter 354, authorized by the appropriate agency, or displayed in a closed or mounted case as a collection or exhibit, to wear or display any authorized indicia of authority, including any badge, insignia, emblem, identification card, or uniform, or any colorable imitation thereof, of any federal, state, county, or municipal law enforcement agency, or other criminal justice agency as now or hereafter defined in S. 943.045, which could deceive a reasonable person into believ- ing that such item is authorized by any of the agencies described above for use by the person displaying or wearing it, or which dis- plays in any manner or combination the word or words “police,” “patrolman,” “agent,” “sheriff,” “deputy,” “trooper,” “highway patrol,” “Wildlife Officer,” “Marine Patrol Officer,” “state attorney,” “public defender,” “marshal,” “constable,” or “bailiff,” which could deceive a reasonable person into believing that such item is authorized by any of the agencies described above for use by the person displaying or wearing it. (2) To own or operate a motor vehicle marked or identified in any manner or combination by the word or words “police,” (etc.) Or by any lettering, marking, or insignia, or colorable imitation thereof, including but not limited to, stars, badges, or shields, officially used to identify the vehicle as a federal, state, county or municipal law enforcement vehicle or a vehicle used by a criminal justice agency as now or hereafter defined in s. 943.045, which could deceive a rea- sonable person into believing that such vehicle is authorized by any of the agencies described above for use by the person operating the For more information on our Florida PBA-endorsed* retirement programs, motor vehicle, unless such vehicle is owned or operated by the please call Ed Caldwell at 866-469-4440 appropriate agency and its use is authorized by such agency, or the (Cell: 770-313-0736) or Tom Howard at local law enforcement agency authorizes the use of such vehicle or 800-282-5855, ext. 63424. unless the person is appointed by the Governor pursuant to chapter 354. (3) To sell, transfer, or give away the authorized badge or colorable imitation thereof, including miniatures of any . . . (4) NOTHING IN THIS SECTION SHALL PROHIBIT A FRATER- NAL, BENEVOLENT, OR LABOR ORGANIZATION OR ASSOCIA- TION, OR THEIR CHAPTERS OR SUBSIDIARIES, FROM USING THE FOLLOWING WORDS, IN ANY MANNER OR IN ANY COM- BINATION, IF THOSE WORDS APPEAR IN THE OFFICIAL NAME OF THE ORGANIZATIONS OR ASSOCIATIONS.

CODE THREE / June 09 Page 21 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS ATTENTION: Know Your Rights! RETIREES If you are under investigation, remember, as a law enforcement officer, you have rights. They include: Please take notice that pursuant to §95.11(3), Florida Statutes, lawsuits, including “an action founded THE RIGHT . . . to have a PBA representative pres- on negligence,” and “for assault, battery, false arrest, false ent during an interview imprisonment, or any other intentional tort… ” must be THE RIGHT . . . to know who's in charge of the filed “WITHIN FOUR YEARS” of the incident date. investigation To the extent that such lawsuits may be brought against you after you retire, you need to consider contin- THE RIGHT . . . to know what the charges are and uing your membership for four (4) years beyond your the name of the person bringing the charges retirement. THE RIGHT If you are retired but have returned to law enforce- . . . to have the interview at a reason- able time and for a reasonable length of time ment and are currently paying a “RETIREE MEMBER- SHIP,” you should be aware that if you are subject to THE RIGHT . . . to have any interview tape-record- such actions at a time when you no longer are paying the ed from start to finish appropriate dues, the PBA cannot provide legal assis- tance. See Palm Beach County Policy 12-1. THE RIGHT . . . not to be threatened, bribed or to Enjoy the full peace of mind your retirement should have to listen to offensive language mean. THE RIGHT . . . not to be forced to resign

Page 22 CODE THREE / June 09 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS “Office Down” Memorial Dedicated at Capitol Sources: The Tallahassee Democrat/Tallahassee.com and the Florida PBA Capitol Report

from friends, coworkers and loved ones of officers killed in the n March 9, in the midst of a tough legislative session, a line of duty. Olarge group gathered in front of the Old Capitol Building “Officer Down” was created by Michael Jernigan, a Tallahassee in Tallahassee to dedicate a very special statue honoring Florida’s sculptor, who added some interesting details to the piece. The offi- fallen heroes. cer on the ground has no wounds and his gun is holstered—this The ceremony took place on the steps of Florida’s historic Old symbolizes hope, according to the artist. Also included are a few Capitol and was attended by hundreds of officers, survivors and mentions of the PBA and the dedication date, which is carved into friends. Governor Charlie Crist spoke about our collective debt to the officer’s watch. The female officer is looking at the nearby officers who gave their lives in service to the public. “Today, in monument engraved with the names of fallen officers while mak- unveiling this memorial, we especially honor those who made the ing the “officer down” call. ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Our hearts and eternal grati- In addition to members of the Florida PBA and its charters tude go out to these officers and their loved ones,” he said. and chapters around the state, Governor Charlie Crist and other “Officer Down” depicts a police officer on the ground while a top state officials attended the dedication. “Public safety is the first fellow officer kneels beside him reaching for her radio. The piece duty of government,” Governor Crist said. “This memorial will resides in the Capitol Plaza, the site of the annual state law forever be a reminder of the ultimate sacrifices paid by your loved enforcement memorial ceremony and was commissioned by the ones.” Florida, Dade, Broward and Palm Beach PBAs. A replica of the statue is on display in the lobby of the Palm Also included in the memorial are time capsules that include Beach County PBA office. Roll Calls of Honor from across the state: letters and mementos

Florida PBA President John Rivera with Palm Beach Co. PBA’s John Rivera addresses the crowd at the “Officer Down” Memorial President John Kazanjian and Executive Director Ernie George. and unveiling on March 9, 2009.

CODE THREE / June 09 Page 23 THE VOICE OF PALM BEACH COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS Palm Beach Co. Deputy Receives Top Cops Award Submitted by: Sgt. Rick McAfee, PBA Vice President

he Palm Beach County PBA is proud to announce that Palm TBeach County Deputy Sheriff William Badala has been selected as Runner-Up for the National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO) 16th Annual TOP COPS Award. Since NAPO launched the awards program in 1994, the TOP COPS Awards have paid tribute to outstanding law enforcement officers across the country for actions above and beyond the call of duty. TOP COPS awardees are nominated by their fellow offi- cers for outstanding service during the preceding calendar year. The awards show features a three-minute videotape of each TOP COP and his or her story. D/S Badala will be traveled to Washington, D.C. for the offi- cial ceremony which took place at the Warner Theatre in D.C. on May 12, 2009. On behalf of the PBA Executive Board and the entire PBA Brotherhood congratulations William!

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Is It Really Possible To Get Rid Of That Nagging Back Pain Without Surgery? By Sandra Hernandez, D.C.

at the waist. Hold for three seconds and repeat six times. Proper any people suffer from daily back pain lifting techniques require always bending your knees and avoid Mand just learn to live with it. Until twisting while lifting, instead turn your whole body. Whenever recently, the most common alternatives were possible, avoid sitting more than 30 minutes without getting up pain medication, injections, and surgery. All of to stretch. these choices may or may not work, and at best If after incorporating these things into your routine, you give temporary relief. Back surgery has a poor still suffer from constant back pain, it may be a good time to success rate and obviously has plenty of risks. A relatively new look into spinal decompression treatment. A complete examina- treatment is spinal decompression. This treatment is complete- tion, including x-rays and MRI are necessary to see if you qual- ly noninvasive and treats the cause of the problem, which in ify for treatment. The average number of sessions required are many cases is the lumbar disc. Herniated, bulging and degener- 20, but are based on the individual’s examination findings. The ated discs respond well to this treatment. treatment is painless. Most patients watch a DVD, listen to Certain activities may aggravate the low back. In the case of music or even take a nap during the 30 minute session. If you’re law enforcement, wearing a heavy gun belt around the waist, tired of popping pills or living with pain, this may be the solu- getting in and out of the car frequently, and certainly physical tion for you. If you would like more information or to schedule altercations can all stress the low back and cause permanent an appointment, call Gisela at 561-792-4016. damage to soft tissue. Here are a few things that may help pre- vent damage to your spine: A regular exercise routine of muscle strengthening will help keep excess weight off and strengthen the low back. Exercise should be done at least three times per Dr. Sandra Hernandez D.C. is located in Royal Palm Beach week and should never cause pain. A good low back exercise is and she is a participating provider for Cigna PPO and other the back extension. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, Health Insurances. Ask about our law enforcement officer put your hands on the back of your hips and bend backwards discount.

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